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Municipal Gymnasium

2111 Pan American Plaza
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 525-8262

E-mail: My Park for more information about this center

Recreation Center Hours
Monday 2:00pm to 9:00pm
Tuesday 2:00pm to 9:00pm
Wednesday 2:00pm to 9:00pm
Thursday 2:00pm to 9:00pm
Friday 2:00pm to 6:00pm
Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday Closed

*Times are subject to change

Facilities
Gymnasium

What's Coming

Toys for Tots Registration
Ages: 14 years and under
October 10 to November 24, 2011

Monday to Thursday 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Please bring a photo ID, prove of residency, child's birth certificate, proof of low income, and child's social security card.

Youth Basketball Sign-ups
November 1, 2011 to January 13, 2012
Boys and Girls
Ages: 8 to 10, and 11 to 12 years
$15 per child
Please bring a copy of the child's birth certificate


History of the Center

Built for the 1935 Exposition as the "Palace of Electricity and Varied Industries" the architecture reflects a close relationship between ancient Maya and 20th Century ornamentation and its progression. During WW II the gym was used by the Navy. It was renovated in 1947.


Directions and Bus Route

Map this location

From Interstate 8, take the 163 south through Balboa Park. Take the Interstate 5 South exit, then exit on Park Boulevard. Stay on Park Boulevard until you come to President's Way, then turn left on President's Way.  You will now be in the park. Go to the first stop sign and turn left. The gym is on your left, just beyond the Hall of Champions.

The Municipal Gymnasium is accessible by bus via SDMTS route 7.

 

Photo of Municipal Gymnasium

Program Guide
Information about this center's programs.
Program Guide (PDF)

Balboa Park/Morley Field Recreation Council
Meetings are held at 6:00 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every even month at the Balboa Park Activitiy Center.

Community Partners
The following businesses and organizations show their support:

•  Balboa Park / Morley Field Recreation Council
•  Thursday Club


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